1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Triumph TR7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | CJ5 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2170 mm |
