2009 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
