1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1966 Toyota Corona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |
