1979 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 835 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |