1978 Buick Regal vs. 1965 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 400 kg more than 1965 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1965 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2060 mm |
