1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 38 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 392 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.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJ220. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XJ220 | CJ |
Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2060 mm |