1964 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 825 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | CJ5 | Antara |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |