1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2060 mm |
