1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 49 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 798 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | CJ5 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |