1986 Honda Jazz vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR 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 1989 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Jazz, 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Jazz | XJR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |
