1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 131 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ. 1983 Toyota Celica 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. 1983 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
