1980 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord.
Because 1960 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Jeep CJ5 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, 1960 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2060 mm |
