1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 863 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Jaguar MK 10 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 1964 Jaguar MK 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK 10 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
