2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 627 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
