1964 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jeep CJ5 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2340 mm |
