1984 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 910 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep CJ7. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1984 Jeep CJ7 has manual transmission. 1984 Jeep CJ7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep CJ7 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | CJ7 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
