1967 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jeep CJ5 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | CJ5 | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |