1991 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 620 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Jaguar Type S 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 1963 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1963 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | Type S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
