1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 122 kg more than 1961 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 1989 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | CJ5 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2740 mm |
