1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 63 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 430 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Jeep CJ2 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ2 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |