1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 439 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado | |
Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
Model | CJ2 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1945 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |