2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Reliant GTC. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 348 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | S-Type | GTC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
