1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 866 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2789 mm |
