2008 Honda Fit vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 27 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 190 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Fit | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |
