1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Mustang | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |