1995 Acura Legend vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 10 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 299 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 1995 Acura Legend. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | Legend | CJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2380 mm |
