1971 Honda Life vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 42 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1512 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 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Life | XF |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2909 mm |
