1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ5 | Corona |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2740 mm |