1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | CJ7 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2489 mm |
