1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 41 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 410 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ3A | Celica |
Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2330 mm |