1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jeep CJ (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ | 616 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2480 mm |
