2000 Honda Insight vs. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 950 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 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 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1947 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Honda Insight | 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Insight | Mark IV |
Year Released | 2000 | 1947 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3060 mm |