1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1970 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Toyota Crown. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2540 mm |
