1993 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord.
Because 1960 Jaguar MK II 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 1960 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | MK II |
Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |