2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 923 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1963 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1963 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Pilot | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2060 mm |
