1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 48 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 520 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3010 mm |
