1984 Austin Montego vs. 1954 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jaguar XK weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jaguar XK 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 1954 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1954 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1954 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Montego | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
