1990 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2060 mm |