1988 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1992 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 1992 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1992 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
