1953 Jeep CJ vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ | 605 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
