1969 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 21 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1969 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 290 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jeep CJ5 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ5 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
