1990 Audi 80 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 45 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, 1990 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Audi 80.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 80. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 80 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
