1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 60 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 900 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ2 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |
