2009 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 64 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
