1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 40 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 365 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 2002 Toyota Solara. 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Jeep CJ5 | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ5 | Solara |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2680 mm |