1979 Honda Accord vs. 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep weights approximately 148 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep 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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (129 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Accord | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2040 mm |
