1969 Audi Variant vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. 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 1969 Audi Variant. 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, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Variant | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
