1974 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (172 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
