1977 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2002 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2002 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 57 L |
