1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | CJ5 | Lupo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2330 mm |