2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 88 kg more than 1989 Toyota Cressida. 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 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
