2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 913 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 2006 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | S-Type | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2330 mm |
