1967 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 730 kg more than 1967 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jeep CJ5 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CJ5 | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
