1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 37 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |
