2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 713 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | S-Type | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
