1973 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jaguar XJ6 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 1968 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
