1971 Jeep CJ vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 598 kg more than 1971 Jeep CJ. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jeep CJ | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | CJ | Defender |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2370 mm |