1998 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 665 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |