2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 114 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 (541 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | S-Type | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 541 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |