1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 1609 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
