1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 14 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | CJ7 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
