1967 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 30 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 840 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.
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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jeep CJ5 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | CJ5 | Retona |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2370 mm |