1951 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 75 kg more than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jeep CJ3A | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ3A | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |
