1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 95 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Telstar | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
