1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 Toyota Supra 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 Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 435 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 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 1996 Toyota Supra. 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ5 | Supra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |