1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 46 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 (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 297 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Rover 200, 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 (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XK | 200 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
