2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 18 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 90 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.
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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
