1968 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S800 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
