1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 55 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 339 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 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | CJ5 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
