1986 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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 1986 Ford Escort. 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 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
