1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 32 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 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 11 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 87 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Nova | MK II |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |