1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 225 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.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Quest. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ7 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3160 mm |
