1978 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1987 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | XJS |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |