1948 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 135 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1948 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ2A | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ2A | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
