1998 Honda Accord vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 159 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1998 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | CJ |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1116 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 |