2005 Honda Civic vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 623 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | Mark IV |
Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3060 mm |