1987 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
