1988 Honda Legend vs. 1964 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1964 Jaguar MK II 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 1964 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1964 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Legend | MK II |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
