1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1984 Nissan Silvia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jeep CJ | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | CJ | Silvia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2440 mm |