1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 34 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, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 253 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Omega. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ5 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2740 mm |
