1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1365 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 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | CJ5 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2890 mm |