1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 30 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | CJ5 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2440 mm |
