1986 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jaguar 240 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 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | 240 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
