1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1983 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Argento Viva | CJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
