1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 44 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 8 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. 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 2000 Acura EL. 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 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | CJ5 | EL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2619 mm |
