1986 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | CJ |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2060 mm |