1989 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 30 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 80, 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 80 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
