1972 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
