1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK IX | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | MK IX | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 74 L |
