1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1961 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 55 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2540 mm |
