1978 Ford Capri vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 462 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Capri | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |