1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 48 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 620 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.
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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ2 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
