1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 600 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.
Because 1960 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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 XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XJS | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |
