1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ3A | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
