1963 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1966 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 258 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jeep CJ5 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |
