1989 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1989 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | MK II |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |