1986 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 954 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.

Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Honda Civic 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Honda Jeep
Model Civic Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1986 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1854 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1810 mm


 

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