1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 344 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.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1956 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ5 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2616 mm |
