1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 54 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 948 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | CJ | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
