2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1967 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1967 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1967 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1967 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Five Hundred | CJ5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2060 mm |