1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe is newer by 3 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 41 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Jeep | Venturi |
| Model | CJ | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
