1998 Honda Life vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 840 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Life | XJS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |