2005 Honda Pilot vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 303 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Pilot | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
