1969 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1971 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jeep CJ5 | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
