1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 885 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jaguar XJS 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 1985 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5343 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |
