1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1990 Jaguar Kensington 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. 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 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar Kensington | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | Kensington | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2060 mm |
