1949 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep CJ3A | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | CJ3A | Corolla |
Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |