1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1955 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Crown |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2540 mm |
