1948 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 54 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 195 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 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ2A | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | CJ2A | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
