1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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 2007 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Prelude | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
