1998 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 105 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 1995 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
