1979 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 361 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ 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, 1985 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | CJ |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |