1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 54 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 516 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | CJ5 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2690 mm |
