1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 41 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 13 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 215 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ.
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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | CJ | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2380 mm |
