1965 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 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, 1996 Renault Laguna (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 380 kg more than 1965 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Laguna. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jeep CJ5 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2680 mm |
