1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fairlane | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
