1998 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (119 HP @ 3450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 730 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
