1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 45 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 640 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 2004 Nissan Quest. 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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (319 Nm). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3160 mm |
