1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 42 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 340 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep CJ5 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2650 mm |
