1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 27 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 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 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair (234 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ5 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
