2005 Honda Lagreat vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 192 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1975 Jaguar XJS 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 1975 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat. 2005 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 1975 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1975 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Lagreat | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Lagreat | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
