1963 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1963 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1963 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jeep CJ5 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | CJ5 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
