1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1997 Dodge Stealth is newer by 38 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Stealth | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2060 mm |
