1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 22 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 1981 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | CJ5 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2620 mm |