1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 890 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2060 mm |
