1985 Jeep CJ vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 108 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.
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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | CJ | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
