1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 37 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
