2005 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 86 kg more than 1965 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jeep CJ5 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, 1965 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1965 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
