1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 13 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 75 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2590 mm |
