1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJ6 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 1990 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Prelude | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
