1949 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep CJ2A | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ2A | Carina |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
