1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1957 Jaguar XK

To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 383 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Jaguar XK 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 1957 Jaguar XK. 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Honda Concerto 1957 Jaguar XK
Make Honda Jaguar
Model Concerto XK
Year Released 1989 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 3440 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5700 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1473 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2730 mm