1986 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 21 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 313 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 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 S-Type. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Honda Legend 2007 Jaguar S-Type
Make Honda Jaguar
Model Legend S-Type
Year Released 1986 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2493 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 167 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 198 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1673 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L


 

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