1963 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jeep CJ5 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ5 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2550 mm |
