1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 352 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Nova | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |
