1970 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S800 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
