1983 Honda Civic vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 675 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1983 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |