1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 341 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
