1986 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1986 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 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, 1986 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2060 mm |
