1999 Honda Accord vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep CJ3A has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep CJ3A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
