1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 54 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 460 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.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1958 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1958 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2819 mm |
