1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 815 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jeep CJ5 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3120 mm |
