1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1957 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1957 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | CJ5 | Today |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
