2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 752 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | S-Type | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |
