1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 137 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
