2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 880 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 (541 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | S-Type | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 124 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |