1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 38 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Camry. 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
