2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 47 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 214 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.
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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S-MX | CJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
