1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1983 Jeep CJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2380 mm |
