1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 50 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mahindra |
| Model | CJ | CL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
