1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 29 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | CJ5 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2210 mm |
