1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 39 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 445 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | CJ5 | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2480 mm |