1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 410 kg more than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | Mark IV | Discovery |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2550 mm |