1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1964 Toyota Corona is newer by 10 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Corona. 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 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Corona |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |
