1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1130 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ5 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2855 mm |
