1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 652 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 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 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Prelude | XJR-11 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1020 mm |