1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1000 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
