1997 Honda S-MX vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 296 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda S-MX | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S-MX | Type S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
