1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 65 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 310 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 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | CJ2 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
