2000 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
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 XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJS 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 XJS. 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 XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS 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 XJS | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XJS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |