1975 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP) has 301 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 822 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
