1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 698 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 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 2004 Jaguar XK. 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 XK (525 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK 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 XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Concerto | XK |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 525 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |