1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 521 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (224 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |
