1984 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Liberty |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |