1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 51 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 134 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ | Polo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
