1983 Ford Orion vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 574 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Orion | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
