1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2390 mm |
