1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 49 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 983 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |
