1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 36 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 638 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | MK II | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
