1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 655 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Prelude | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
