2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 730 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Ducato | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
