2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Toyota Supra. 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Supra. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Supra. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
