1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1986 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1986 Nissan Micra is newer by 25 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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 1986 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2310 mm |
