1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 491 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
