1977 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Falcon. 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, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 1988 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Falcon | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
