1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 840 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 1992 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Prelude | XJS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
