1960 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 47 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1145 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1960 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1960 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jeep CJ5 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
