1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 304 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 304. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ5 | 304 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2600 mm |
