2001 Dodge Ram vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram is newer by 53 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 960 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2040 mm |
