1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Caprice and 1985 Jeep CJ were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 429 kg more than 1985 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1985 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1985 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Caprice | CJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
