1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1990 Toyota Supra is newer by 5 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 261 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 1990 Toyota Supra. 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Supra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
