1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Skoda L.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Skoda L. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | CJ5 | L |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
