1978 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Jeep Willys 2
To start off, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 weights approximately 637 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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 Willys 2 (210 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Willys 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Willys 2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
