1992 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XJS |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |