1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2779 mm |
