1988 Honda Legend vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jaguar Type S 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 1966 Jaguar Type S. 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Legend | Type S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
