1964 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1969 Nissan President
To start off, 1969 Nissan President is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan President weights approximately 575 kg more than 1964 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1969 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jeep CJ5 | 1969 Nissan President | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | President |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
