1977 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJS 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 1994 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 82 L |
