1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1957 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 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-150 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2060 mm |
