1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 262 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 Nissan NP300. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2960 mm |
