1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 446 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 1986 Rover 825. 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep CJ5 | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | CJ5 | 825 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2770 mm |
