1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 29 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 44 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 1988 Renault 19. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ5 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |
