2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1986 Lada 2104
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada 2104 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 165 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 649 kg more than 1986 Lada 2104. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1986 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | S-Type | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
