1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 56 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 910 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1945 Jeep CJ2 has manual transmission. 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Jeep CJ2 | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | CJ2 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1945 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |