1953 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 280 kg more than 1953 Jaguar XK.
Because 1953 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 1953 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1953 Jaguar XK (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar XK | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XK | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
