1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1977 Toyota Cressida is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Cressida (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1977 Toyota Cressida (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ3A | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
