1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1959 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 5 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), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ.
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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | CJ | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3151 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2060 mm |
