1985 Jeep CJ vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 841 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2893 mm |
