1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 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 50 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark IV | Golf |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2470 mm |
