1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1964 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 285 kg more than 1964 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1964 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2060 mm |
