2008 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 2 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |
