1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ2 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
