1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 49 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 861 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 2007 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1958 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1958 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Jeep | Buick |
| Model | CJ | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3009 mm |
