2005 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 113 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
