1987 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 816 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
