1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 740 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2830 mm |
