1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Corsa. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3151 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2450 mm |
