1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 53 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Euro 1 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |
