1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 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 Renault 21 (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Renault 21.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 21. 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 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ5 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
