1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1985 Jeep CJ and 1985 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 438 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. 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 Opel Kadett. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
