1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 29 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ5 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
