1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 328 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar 420G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Step Wagon | 420G |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |