1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 57 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 926 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ3A | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
