1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Falcon | CJ |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |