1971 Honda Life vs. 1965 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 960 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 1965 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1965 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Life | MK II |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
