1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 63 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius.
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, 2010 Toyota Prius, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | Mark IV | Prius |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2700 mm |
