1982 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, both 1982 Ford Escort and 1982 Jeep CJ7 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
