1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
