1986 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (320 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1954 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
