1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Concerto | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
