1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 50 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1225 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ. 2008 Nissan Frontier 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. 2008 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3200 mm |
