1992 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 17 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Compass |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
