1947 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep CJ2A | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ2A | Passat |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
