1977 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 440 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 1988 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Capri | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
