1990 Eagle Summit vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1990 Eagle Summit 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Summit. 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Summit | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Eagle | Jeep |
| Model | Summit | CJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |
