1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 229 kg more than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | CJ | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
