1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
