2004 Honda Element vs. 1967 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 525 kg more than 1967 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1967 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Element | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2060 mm |
