1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2340 mm |
