1965 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jeep CJ5 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
