1992 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2002 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2002 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
