1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Conquest | MK II |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |