2006 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
