1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 28 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ2 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
