1965 Honda S600 vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 591 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S600 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
