1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry

To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 15 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Jeep CJ5 1974 Nissan Cherry
Make Jeep Nissan
Model CJ5 Cherry
Year Released 1959 1974
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3153 cc 1171 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 3000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 1350 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 695 kg
Vehicle Length 3520 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2340 mm