1994 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 217 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
