1984 Ford Meteor vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1984 Ford Meteor is newer by 26 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 145 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Meteor. 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Meteor | CJ |
Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2060 mm |