1995 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
