1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Calais | CJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2060 mm |
