1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 46 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1957 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1957 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jeep CJ5 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |