2006 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1984 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1984 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1984 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
