1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 735 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. 2013 Honda Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep CJ3A has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep CJ3A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | CJ3A | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2797 mm |
