1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 29 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ka. 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | CJ7 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
