1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1982 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ7 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2970 mm |
