1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 52 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), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 870 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.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1961 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1961 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ5 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
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 | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3570 mm |