1986 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2946 mm |
