1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 33 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 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 760 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5. 1994 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1961 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1961 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 1994 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | CJ5 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
