1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 305 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ | Forester |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
