1970 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 974 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | S800 | XJ |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |