1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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 1995 Saturn SL. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (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 SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Jeep | Saturn |
| Model | CJ5 | SL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
