1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 16 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 105 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2210 mm |
