1967 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jeep CJ5 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ5 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2750 mm |
