1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 46 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 390 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 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | CJ2 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |
