1948 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 61 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1376 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.
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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep CJ2A | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | CJ2A | Discovery |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2890 mm |