1979 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1983 Jeep CJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Capri | CJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
