2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1967 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 39 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 170 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 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 1967 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Elantra | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |
