1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra is newer by 59 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, 2005 Kia Spectra (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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, 2005 Kia Spectra, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra. 2005 Kia Spectra has automatic transmission and 1946 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Spectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | Mark IV | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
