1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 53 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 88 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.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | CJ5 | Cube |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |