1960 Jaguar MK II vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (151 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 134 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 1960 Jaguar MK II 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 1960 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK II | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | MK II | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
