1982 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1992 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1992 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
