2000 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJ6 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 1990 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
