1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 411 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 1985 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 1985 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
