1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 1986 Lada 2104
To start off, 1986 Lada 2104 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 442 kg more than 1986 Lada 2104. 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, 1962 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 1986 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | MK II | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
