1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. 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 MK II (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Mustang | 1964 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | MK II |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
