1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 52 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ. 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | CJ | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3110 mm |
