1994 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 @ 5550 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. 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, 1994 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | 240 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |