1947 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1954 Riley Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 425 kg more than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep CJ2A | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | CJ2A | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
