2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1949 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 56 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 199 kg more than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. 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, 1949 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1949 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | HR-V | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
