1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 378 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK 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 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Prelude | XK |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |