2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 182 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | S-Type | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
