1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | CJ7 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
