1985 Jeep CJ vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 156 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1985 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1985 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
