1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 315 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | CJ5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |