1977 GMC Suburban vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1977 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 GMC Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1960 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1960 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1960 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2060 mm |
