1991 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 978 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |