2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 503 kg more than 1990 Nissan Laurel. 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 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
