1998 Honda CRX vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 1992 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | CRX | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
