1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 25 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2270 mm |
