1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 268 kg more than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | Mark IV | Defender |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2890 mm |
