1992 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |