1990 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1990 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | F-Type |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |