1987 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 20 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 650 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 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |