1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 538 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 2012 Mazda 5. 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5. 2012 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| 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 | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2751 mm |
