1971 Honda Life vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 707 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 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 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Life | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
