1974 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
