1979 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1999 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1999 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |