1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 20 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda 121. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
