1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | CJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2060 mm |
