1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 57 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dart | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
