1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 352 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Town & Country | MK II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |
