1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 110 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1948 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Voyager, 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 XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1993 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
Model | XK | Voyager |
Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |