2000 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1982 Jeep CJ7 has manual transmission. 1982 Jeep CJ7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | CJ7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |