1990 Honda Civic vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 716 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1949 Jaguar MK V 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 1949 Jaguar MK V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | MK V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
