2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1967 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1967 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Cobalt | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |
