2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 652 kg more than 1960 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1960 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1960 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Park Avenue | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2060 mm |
