1990 Honda Legend vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar XK (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar XK weights approximately 2 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, 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, 1955 Jaguar XK (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Legend | XK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
