1999 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | CJ |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2060 mm |