1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 240 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ7 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3140 mm |
