1971 Jeep CJ vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 35 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 323 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jeep CJ | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3270 mm |
