1990 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 480 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 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Legend | XF |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2909 mm |