1998 Ford Focus vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 716 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1946 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3060 mm |
