1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 40 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Guara | CJ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |
