1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 524 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 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 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | Mark IV | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
