1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 172 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1450 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 |
