1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1982 Peugeot 505 is newer by 26 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Peugeot 505. 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ5 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2910 mm |
