2009 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 kg more than 1960 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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, 1960 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 (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1030 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 |
