1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 700 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 1947 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Concerto | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1989 | 1947 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3060 mm |