1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 25 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ7 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3498 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 | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
