1999 Honda Insight vs. 1968 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
Because 1968 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Jeep CJ5 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, 1968 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 1968 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Insight | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
