1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Astro | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |
