1965 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 420 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2578 mm |
