1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Prelude | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
