1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 79 kg more than 1985 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
