1984 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 840 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord, 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 XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Accord | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
