1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 46 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 659 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
