1968 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 959. 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jeep CJ5 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ5 | 959 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2280 mm |
