1986 Jaguar XJS vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 920 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1986 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1986 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJS | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJS | Today |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
