1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Concerto | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2060 mm |