2008 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
