1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 243 kg more than 1982 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1305 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 |
