1992 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 355 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |