1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 65 kg more than 1962 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5. 1970 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 1962 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1962 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep CJ5 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | CJ5 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2590 mm |
