1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 1992 Toyota Century is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1992 Toyota Century | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | MK IX | Century |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3779 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |