1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 870 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2800 mm |