1985 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 275 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Cherokee | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
