1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 140 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 1951 Jaguar C-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 1951 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Prelude | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 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 | 1105 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
