1989 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 15 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 580 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 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 Liberty (225 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Liberty |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |