2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 55 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Patriot | CJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2060 mm |
