1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 894 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Explorer | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1948 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
