1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJS | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
