1989 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee (190 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1994 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, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm). This means 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
