1979 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 795 kg more than 1968 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jeep CJ5. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1968 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1968 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1968 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Electra | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2060 mm |
