1998 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 39 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A3. 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A3 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
