2009 Honda Accord vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 450 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ2A 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
