2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | S-Type | Carlton |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |