2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1962 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1962 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Nitro | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
