2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 365 kg more than 1958 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | CJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2060 mm |
