2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown.
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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | S-Type | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2096 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.9 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |