1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 21 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, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ5 | Tercel |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |