1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 13 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 884 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 1997 Jeep Grand 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, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
