2008 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1992 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
