2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1549 kg more than 1966 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2060 mm |
