1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 885 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Blazer | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |