1984 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep CJ7 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ7 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2616 mm |
