1953 Jeep CJ vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 54 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1228 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ | Kombi |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
