1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 34 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ | 968 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
