1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 36 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, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saturn SC. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC. 1995 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Jeep | Saturn |
Model | CJ5 | SC |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |