1984 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 611 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
