1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 26 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 350 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
Model | Rocky | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2060 mm |