1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster 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 Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Jeepster | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
