1974 Honda Life vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 2009 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Life | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
