1984 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1984 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep CJ7 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep CJ7 | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | CJ7 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
