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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2060 mm |
