1983 Jeep CJ vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, both 1983 Jeep CJ and 1983 Peugeot 305 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 305 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ 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, 1983 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jeep CJ | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ | 305 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
