1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 223 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Jeep 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Cherokee | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
