2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (201 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 795 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | S-Type | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
