2005 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 634 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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, 1975 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, 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
