1985 Jeep CJ vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 21 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 828 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ. 2006 Nissan Navara 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. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ | Navara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
