1977 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep CJ weights approximately 142 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | CJ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2060 mm |
