2005 Honda Z vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep CJ2A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ2A should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. 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, 1948 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Z | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
