1990 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |