1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1949 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1949 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1949 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charade | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2040 mm |
