1953 Jeep CJ vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 324 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Jeep CJ 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CJ | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
