1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | CJ5 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2340 mm |