1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 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 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | 240 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
