1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Eldorado | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2040 mm |
