1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 34 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 914 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XK 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 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Prelude | XK |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2752 mm |
