1989 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 525 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR 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 1992 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XJR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 89 L |
