1951 Jaguar Type-C vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
Because 1951 Jaguar Type-C 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 Type-C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800, 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 Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar Type-C | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | Type-C | 800 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
