1970 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 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 8 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. 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 1970 Audi 100. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 100 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
