1983 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Commander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
