2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 579 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
