1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 31 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (143 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 612 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Prelude | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
