1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 48 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 732 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ5 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |
