1968 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, both 1968 Jeep CJ5 and 1968 Mazda 1000 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jeep CJ5 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2270 mm |
