2005 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
