1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 222 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Dodge Spirit, 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 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Spirit | MK II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
