1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Avanti | Jeep |
| Model | Avanti | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
