1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 19 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 527 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 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 1992 Jaguar XJ220. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | 1300 | XJ220 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3492 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 642 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |