1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Jeep CJ5. 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 1979 Toyota Corona. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
