1997 Honda Today vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 39 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Today | CJ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
