1970 Holden Torana vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, both 1970 Holden Torana and 1970 Jeep CJ5 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Holden Torana | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Torana | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1158 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |