1967 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 41 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 428 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | CJ5 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
