2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | S-Type | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2990 mm |
