1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 400 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 1951 Jaguar C-Type 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 1951 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic, 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | C-Type | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
