1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 368 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 2010 Nissan Altima. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2675 mm |
