1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1968 Jeep CJ5
To start off, both 1968 Holden Brougham and 1968 Jeep CJ5 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1968 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jeep CJ5. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1968 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1968 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 1968 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Brougham | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |
