1965 Honda S600 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1105 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 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1965 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1965 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S600 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
