1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 34 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 955 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.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 2012 Jaguar XF. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Prelude | XF |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |