1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 29 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 17 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 110 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ5 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2590 mm |
