1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 469 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.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |
