1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1380 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2970 mm |
