2002 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2002 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2060 mm |
