1989 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Jeep 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, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic. 2007 Jeep 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. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |