2004 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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, 2004 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 180 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
