1992 Honda Civic vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK 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 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
