1985 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 308 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
