1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
