1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 113 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1991 Jaguar XJS 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 1991 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJS | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 42 L |
