1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Saturn SL is newer by 41 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, 1998 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saturn SL weights approximately 25 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.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saturn SL. 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, 1998 Saturn SL (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1998 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Jeep | Saturn |
| Model | CJ5 | SL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
