2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 64 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 385 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7011 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
