1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 42 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1459 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5. 2012 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | CJ5 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2743 mm |