1980 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |