1969 Honda S800 vs. 1947 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1969 Honda S800 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
Because 1947 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1947 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 1947 Jeep CJ2A | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | S800 | CJ2A |
Year Released | 1969 | 1947 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |