1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1979 Nissan Violet is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
