1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 29 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 46 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2620 mm |
