1948 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 52 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, 2000 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Demio. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ2A | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ2A | Demio |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
