1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Avanti | Jeep |
| Model | Avanti | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
