1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1965 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1965 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 1965 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1965 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Lumina | MK II |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
