1964 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | CJ5 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |
