1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 62 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 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 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
