1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 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 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 380 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.
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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | CJ5 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2580 mm |
