1992 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Legend | XF |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |