1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1973 Porsche 914 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, 1973 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ2 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
