2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Pilot | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 82 L |
