1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 70 is newer by 26 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | GT 70 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2040 mm |
