1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 150 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 1988 Toyota Camry. 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, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep CJ5 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
