1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ5 | Corona |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2590 mm |