1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 51 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra. 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 2007 Opel Tigra. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ5 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2500 mm |
