1946 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 66 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 9 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jeep CJ2A | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | CJ2A | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
