1984 Audi 90 vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 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, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 90 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2060 mm |
