1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 55 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 300 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.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Venza. 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1954 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1954 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Venza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2780 mm |
