1973 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1092 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 1998 Jaguar XJR 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 1998 Jaguar XJR. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XJR |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |