1985 Jeep CJ vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 20 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ.
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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | CJ | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
