1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 114 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 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | CJ5 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |