1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ2 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
