1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane
To start off, both 1985 Jeep CJ and 1985 Ford Fairlane were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 334 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 Ford Fairlane. 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 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ. 1985 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1985 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | CJ | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |
