1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1968 Toyota Corona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Jeepster | Corona |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
