1965 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
Because 1965 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1965 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jeep CJ5 | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | CJ5 | Metro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2270 mm |
