1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 52 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 181 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.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2690 mm |
