1994 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 755 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
