1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2350 mm |
