1986 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 20 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 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
