1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, both 1985 Jeep CJ and 1985 Vauxhall Belmont 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 11 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 336 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Jeep CJ 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Jeep Vauxhall
Model CJ Belmont
Year Released 1985 1985
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1296 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 3900 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2530 mm


 

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