1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 329 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | MK IX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
