1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep CJ5 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ5 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
