1972 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 37 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1202 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.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
