1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 279 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.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
