1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2440 mm |
