1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 32 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Colt. 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 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | CJ5 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2400 mm |
