1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1981 Toyota Carina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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 CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ3A | Carina |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
