1986 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 2005 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend, 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Legend | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
