2006 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 388 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
