1996 Honda CRX vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | CRX | CJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 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 |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2060 mm |
