1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 40 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 26 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 400. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | CJ5 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |
