1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 21 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ5 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2030 mm |