1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | CJ7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
