1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 55 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ3A | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
