1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 59 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Note. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ | Note |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
