1996 Honda Accord vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |
