1984 BMW 318 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 BMW 318. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 318. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 318 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 318 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
