1968 Ford Escort vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 348 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1946 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1946 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
