1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 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 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1965 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4958 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2060 mm |
