1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 59 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 505 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 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (325 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ2 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
