1984 Ford Capri vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 30 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 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Capri. 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Capri | CJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2060 mm |
