1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 65 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Guara | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
