2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 45 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 715 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.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Astro | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |
