1946 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (178 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 473 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 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jeep CJ2A | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ2A | Passat |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
