1982 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
