1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 998 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | Mark IV | 205 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2430 mm |
