1988 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XJR |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |