1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 31 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 39 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
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, 1990 Dodge Caravan, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Caravan | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Caravan | MK II |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |