1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 222 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jaguar MK V | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
Model | MK V | Volare |
Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |