1989 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1989 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | CJ |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |