1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 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 63 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |
