2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S2000 | CJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
