1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1962 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1962 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2060 mm |
