1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 540 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | CJ |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2060 mm |
