1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Nissan Mid4
To start off, 1987 Nissan Mid4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Mid4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 161 kg more than 1987 Nissan Mid4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Nissan Mid4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Mid4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1210 mm |
