1960 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 42 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 920 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jeep CJ5 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
