1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 1000. 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 (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ7 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
