1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 53 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1955 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
