1994 Honda CRX vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX, 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda CRX | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | CRX | MK II |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2900 mm |