1994 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 1968 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
