1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dart | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |
