1989 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 319 kg more than 1989 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 1989 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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |