1966 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Because 1966 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jeep CJ5 | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | CJ5 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
