1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2840 mm |
