2003 Honda Insight vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Insight | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
