2007 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
