1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 39 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1678 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.
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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1970 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1970 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Jeep CJ5 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | CJ5 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2750 mm |