1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1954 Saab 94 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1954 Saab 94. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1954 Saab 94. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1954 Saab 94. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94, 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Saab 94. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Saab 94.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1954 Saab 94 | |
Make | Jaguar | Saab |
Model | Mark IV | 94 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2210 mm |