1990 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 892 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJS 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 1989 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
