1960 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser (79 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 670 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jeep CJ5 | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2290 mm |
