1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 40 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ2 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
