1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 615 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Jeep CJ7 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Jeep | Tata |
Model | CJ7 | Safari |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |