1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ3A | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
