1953 Jeep CJ vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jeep CJ weights approximately 101 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1953 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
