1973 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 29 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 920 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 2002 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 2002 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XJR |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |