1964 Jaguar Type S vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 391 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. 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, 1964 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Jaguar Type S | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | Type S | MR2 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |