1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 34 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 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 256 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | CJ | Samara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3151 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
