1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2480 mm |
