1964 Jaguar MK II vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 667 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Jaguar MK II | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | MK II | Defender |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |