1986 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 650 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 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
