1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 35 kg more than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Because 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
Model | MK VIII | Voyager |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |