1966 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 46 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2712 mm |
