1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1984 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 655 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep Cherokee | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 616 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
