1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 56 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 185 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 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | CJ5 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2685 mm |
