1981 Citroen LN vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | LN | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2060 mm |