1946 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 716 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. 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 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jeep CJ2A | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ2A | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
