1981 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 775 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Liberty |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 319 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |