1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1967 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 675 kg more than 1967 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1967 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Caravan | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2060 mm |