1975 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 882 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
