1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fiesta | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
