1977 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |