1973 Honda Life vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (390 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (443 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Life | X-Type |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |