1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 665 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
