1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 477 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 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ3A | Passat |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
