1999 Holden Astra vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 45 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 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Astra. 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 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Astra | CJ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2060 mm |
