2009 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 53 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 281 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 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
