1984 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 466 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep CJ7 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ7 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
